Austro-Italian Naval War 1866

ISBN-13: 9788367227216 / Angielski

Piotr Olender

Opis

This new book covers the Austro-Italian Naval War 1866 a little-known part of late 19th C naval history. The Battle of Lissa took place on 20 July 1866. It was the first major sea battle between ironclads and one of the last to involve deliberate ramming. The background, operations and outcomes are described in detail. All the ships involved, both Austrian and Italian, are described and illustrated with full technical specifications. Profusely illustrated with scale drawings and photos.